2006 Acura RSX vs. 1996 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo 155. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2006 Acura RSX. (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura RSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1996 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Acura | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | RSX | 155 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
